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BYD Dolphin EA1 vs BYD Seal EK: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

BYD Dolphin EA1

BYD · 2021–present

Dolphin EA1

EV B PI 524

Power
150 kW204 PS
0–100 km/h
7.0 s
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
1,733 kg

Version spec sheet

Photo: Ethan Llamas / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
BYD Seal EK

BYD · 2022–present

Seal EK

EV B PI 512

Power
150 kW204 PS
0–100 km/h
7.5 s
Top speed
180 km/h
Kerb mass
-

Version spec sheet

Photo: User3204 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Dolphin EA1 3 Seal EK 1

  • City Dolphin EA1 Length: 4,290 mm vs 4,800 mm; Width: 1,770 mm vs 1,875 mm
  • Long trips Seal EK Range: 460 km vs 427 km; Wheelbase (ride comfort proxy): 2,920 mm vs 2,700 mm (estimated)
  • Performance Dolphin EA1 0–100 km/h: 7.0 s vs 7.5 s
  • Off-road Dolphin EA1 Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Hatchback vs Rear-wheel drive · Sedan

In plain words

BYD Dolphin EA1 is quicker: 0–100 km/h in 7.0 s against 7.5 s for BYD Seal EK. BYD Seal EK is 510 mm longer than BYD Dolphin EA1 (4,800 mm vs 4,290 mm). BYD Dolphin EA1 is the older design (from 2021); BYD Seal EK arrived in 2022. On the catalog figures, the BYD Dolphin EA1 is the pick for city, performance and off-road; the BYD Seal EK is the pick for long trips. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the BYD Seal EK yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Race Stats side by side

Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.

Race Stats side by side
StatDolphin EA1Seal EK
PIB · 524B · 512
Power 46 40
Grip 34 43
Handling 59 71
Top speed 49 31
Launch 49 45

Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race

Who wins a race?

Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.

  1. 1 Dolphin EA160.48 kWh (Comfort, Design) · electric · 150 kW (204 PS) 15.22 sat 148 km/h
  2. 2 Seal EKStandard 61.4 kWh · electric · 150 kW (204 PS) 15.55 sat 141 km/h · +0.33 s

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Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Dolphin EA1 · Seal EK
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m6 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft20 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ftWheelbase 2,700 mmWheelbase 8 ft 10 inLength 4,290 mmLength 14 ft 1 in1,570 mm5 ft 2 inWheelbase 2,920 mmWheelbase 9 ft 7 inLength 4,800 mmLength 15 ft 9 in1,460 mm4 ft 9 in
Dolphin EA1Seal EK
Length 4,290 mm168.9 in 4,800 mm189.0 in +510 mm +20.1 in +11.9%
Width 1,770 mm69.7 in 1,875 mm73.8 in +105 mm +4.1 in +5.9%
Height 1,570 mm61.8 in 1,460 mm57.5 in −110 mm −4.3 in −7.0%
Wheelbase 2,700 mm106.3 in 2,920 mm115.0 in +220 mm +8.7 in +8.1%
Fits a standard garage? YesTight

Difference vs Dolphin EA1 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

BYD Dolphin EA1BYD Seal EK
General
Version 60.48 kWh (Comfort, Design) · electric · 150 kW (204 PS) Standard 61.4 kWh · electric · 150 kW (204 PS)
Production years 2021–present 2022–present
Body Hatchback Sedan
Class No data D-segment (mid-size)
Country China China
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 150 kW (204 PS) 201 hp 150 kW (204 PS) 201 hp
Power, all versions 70–150 kW (95–204 PS) 94–201 hp 150–390 kW (204–530 PS) 201–523 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 310 Nm 229 lb-ft 310 Nm 229 lb-ft
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. 7.0 s Better 7.5 s
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. No data 180 km/h 112 mph
Power per tonne 87 kW/t 105 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Electric Electric
Gearbox 1-speed single-speed No data
Drive Front-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,290 mm 168.9 in 4,800 mm 189.0 in
Width 1,770 mm 69.7 in 1,875 mm 73.8 in
Height 1,570 mm 61.8 in 1,460 mm 57.5 in
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 106.3 in 2,920 mm 115.0 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,733 kg 3,821 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 400 l 14.1 cu ft
Economy and running costs
Fuel cost per year €720/year estimated No data
Electric
Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. 60 kWh 61 kWh
Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. 427 km 265 mi 460 km 286 mi Better
Energy use 15.9 kWh/100 km No data
Safety
Euro NCAP ★★★★★ (2023) No data

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €0.30/kWh electricity.

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